Barbara Braden | |
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| Born | November 7, 1943 North Platte, Nebraska, U.S. |
| Died | June 24, 2023 (aged 79) Omaha, Nebraska, U.S. |
| Occupation(s) | Nurse, nursing educator, college administrator, medical researcher |
| Known for | Braden Scale for Predicting Pressure Ulcer Risk |
Barbara J. Braden (November 7, 1943 – June 24, 2023)[1] was an American nurse, nurse educator, college administrator, and medical researcher. She was co-developer of the Braden Scale for Predicting Pressure Ulcer Risk, and held several administrative positions at Creighton University, including dean of the Graduate School from 1995 to 2006, and dean of the College of Professional Studies from 2002 to 2011. She was inducted into the Nebraska Nursing Hall of Fame.
- ^ "In Memory of Dr Barbara Braden (November 7, 1943–June 24, 2023)". Advances in Skin & Wound Care. 36 (9): 455–456. September 2023. doi:10.1097/ASW.0000000000000028. ISSN 1538-8654.